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STIX (Structured Threat Information Expression)

STIX is a standardized language for describing cyber threat intelligence in a machine-readable format. It enables organizations to share IOCs, TTPs, and threat actor profiles in a consistent way. STIX is often paired with TAXII for transport.

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What is STIX (Structured Threat Information Expression)?

STIX is a standardized language for describing cyber threat intelligence in a machine-readable format. It enables organizations to share IOCs, TTPs, and threat actor profiles in a consistent way. STIX is often paired with TAXII for transport.

How is STIX (Structured Threat Information Expression) related to TAXII (Trusted Automated eXchange of Intelligence Information)?

TAXII (Trusted Automated eXchange of Intelligence Information) in short: TAXII is a transport protocol for sharing STIX-formatted threat intelligence between organizations. It defines how threat data is packaged, requested, and delivered. isMalicious provides a TAXII 2.1-compatible endpoint for enterprise consumers.

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